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string trio

noun

Definition of string trio

1 : a musical composition typically in several movements for two violins and cello also : such a composition for violin, viola, and cello
2 : an ensemble consisting of two violinists and a cellist also : an ensemble consisting of a violinist, a violist, and a cellist

First Known Use of string trio

1869, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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